We are seeking a Research Assistant for AI Development who will oversee data collection, data organization, and/or data manage mentor similar functions/tasks for research study(ies) in support of a PI or a research team.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Run routine and ad hoc reports.
Use standard tools and computer programs to review data.
Assist with data cleaning measures to ensure accuracy of data and preparation of tables.
Lead basic activities such as data collection and data entry.
May lead specific tasks and develop processes to ensure study activities occur effectively and efficiently.
May conduct literature searches to support faculty in research efforts.
May design and format papers/publications.
May assist PIs in writing summaries of papers for release as policy briefs or other channels.
Other duties as assigned.
In addition to the duties described above
Translate design ideas into functional prototypes through close collaboration with the research team and participate in iterative testing and refine features based on feedback.
Work with APIs to integrate external services into the application.
Build and refine components that track user activity and support ongoing improvements.
Implement logic that supports proactive guidance and responsive system behaviors.
Develop and test application features within an interactive conversational system.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Interest in intelligent interfaces or human-computer interaction.
Familiarity with user flow design, system logic, or lightweight tracking mechanisms.
Experience deploying applications using common platforms or tools.
Experience working with database management.
Experience designing or building AI conversational agents or interactive dialogue systems.
Strong programming skills (e.g. Python, Java Script).
Experience working with APIs.
Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities.
Clear communication and the ability to collaborate with a research team.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
Analytical Skills - Awareness
Attention to Detail - Awareness
Data Management and Analysis - Awareness
Formatting and Layout Proficiency - Awareness
Information Gathering - Awareness
Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
Organizational Skills - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Assistant
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Assistant for AI Development (Center for Social Organization of Schools)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY ($20.00 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Mon-Fri
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Remote
Department name: CSOS Programs
Personnel area: School of Education